Chelsea forward, Eden Hazard said the club’s late win against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday was “deserved.”
Chelsea prevailed 2-1 away against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday.
Former Real Madrid striker, Alvaro Morata equalized after Chelsea fell behind in the first half, before Michy Batshuayi delivered the stoppage-time winner.
Hazard told BT Sport, “We are very happy. It was a tough game against one of the biggest teams in Europe. We deserved to win the game.
“We are playing very well. We have quality in the team and we want to win every game. It was not easy today but we did it.
“Atletico Madrid defend well and both teams are strong at blocking the attackers.”
With the result, Chelsea became the first opposing team to win a game at Atletico’s new Metropolitano Stadium.
The Blues also become the first-ever English club to win away to Atletico in European competition, after six defeats and five draws.
Morata also spoke with BT Spoke.
“It is a very important win for us. It was a big test.
“Atletico Madrid were in the Champions League final a few years ago and now we can go home relaxed and put this mentality into the Premier League,” he said.
As for his goal, Morata added, “It is always a good feeling to score the first goal in a new stadium. I am very happy.
“It is great to play with a player like Eden Hazard. He is one of the best in the world and I am very lucky to play with him. “I am happy with my start but the most important thing is the team and winning the game.”
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